Rajeev Sharma, Author at National Times

26 Feb

Centre Opposes Life Ban on Convicted Politicians, Says Decision Lies with Parliament

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsIndiaConvicted Politicians, Lifetime Ban, Supreme Court

February 26, 2025 – The Centre has firmly opposed a plea in the Supreme Court seeking a lifetime ban on convicted politicians, arguing that such a disqualification falls solely within the domain of Parliament. Judicial Review Cannot Override Legislative Policy In an affidavit filed before the apex court, the Centre asserted that directing Parliament to frame a law in a particular manner would amount to rewriting the statute, which is beyond the scope of judicial review. The affidavit stated, “The question of whether a lifetime ban is appropriate or not is solely within the domain of Parliament.” The government emphasized…

26 Feb

Terrorists Open Fire on Army Vehicle in J&K’s Rajouri, No Casualties Reported

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsIndiaArmy vehicle, Jammu and Kashmir, Rajouri attack

February 26, 2025 – Terrorists targeted an Army patrol vehicle in the Sunderbani area of Jammu and Kashmir’s Rajouri district on Wednesday afternoon, prompting a massive search operation. Attack on Army Patrol The attack occurred around 1 pm near Phall village along Sunderbani-Malla Road, a known infiltration route for militants. Officials stated that one or two rounds were fired at a vehicle belonging to the 9 JAK Rifles while it was on patrol.“At 1300 hours (1 pm), an army vehicle was fired upon at Village Phall near a water tank in the forest area,” sources confirmed. No injuries have been…

26 Feb

CBSE Confirms Punjabi and Other Languages in 2025-26 Board Exams After Past Controversy

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsPunjabBoard Exams, CBSE, Punjabi Controversy

New Delhi, February 26, 2025 – The Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) has officially reaffirmed that Punjabi, along with several other languages, will continue to be offered in the 2025-26 academic session. This clarification follows concerns over previous controversies regarding Punjabi’s exclusion from CBSE's syllabus.The issue first gained attention when reports suggested that Punjabi was not included in CBSE's subject list, sparking backlash from educators, political leaders, and the Punjab government. Many saw this as an attempt to sideline the language, leading to widespread protests and demands for its reinstatement. CBSE later clarified that Punjabi had not been removed…

26 Feb

Priyanka Chopra’s Miss World Homecoming Faced Backlash, Reveals Mother Madhu Chopra

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsEntertainmentMadhu Chopra, Miss World 2000, Priyanka Chopra

February 26, 2025 – Priyanka Chopra’s rise to fame began in 2000 when she won the Miss India title, followed by her victory as Miss World. However, her mother, Madhu Chopra, recently revealed that her homecoming after the pageant win was not as celebratory as expected. Backlash in Bareilly In a recent interview with Lehren TV, Madhu Chopra shared that their arrival in Bareilly was met with resistance. She recalled that local authorities did not support the grand reception that was planned for Priyanka."The state machinery said this is female exploitation and we will not accept this. Their rule was…

26 Feb

SLBC Tunnel Rescue: Experts Reach End of Tunnel, Search for Trapped Workers Continues

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsIndiaNDRF, SDRF, SLBC tunnel, Trapped Workers

February 26, 2025 – In a major breakthrough, rescue teams attempting to reach the eight workers trapped in the collapsed SLBC tunnel have finally accessed the tunnel’s end, a senior police official confirmed on Wednesday. However, significant debris continues to hinder efforts to locate the missing workers. Rescue Teams Make Progress For days, the teams had only been able to reach 50 meters before the tunnel’s end due to large amounts of muck and debris. But on Tuesday, a 20-member team—including personnel from the National Disaster Response Force (NDRF), State Disaster Response Force (SDRF), and expert Rat Miners—managed to push…

26 Feb

Trump Ally Pushes for Canada’s Removal from Five Eyes Amid 51st State Proposal

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsCanadaCanada, Five Eyes, Peter Navarro, Trump, US-Canada trade

February 26, 2025 – Peter Navarro, a close ally of Donald Trump, is calling for Canada’s removal from the Five Eyes intelligence alliance, following Trump’s suggestion to incorporate Canada as the 51st state of the United States, according to The Financial Times. Five Eyes Under Scrutiny The Five Eyes alliance, established in 1941, includes the US, Canada, the UK, Australia, and New Zealand. It is considered one of the most sophisticated intelligence-sharing networks in the world, allowing its members to exchange sensitive information on global security threats. Navarro’s push to expel Canada signals a significant shift in US foreign policy…

26 Feb

Alberta News: Updating regulation, licensing of addiction treatment

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Calgary (Rajeev Sharma): Alberta’s government is proudly building the Alberta Recovery Model, a continuum of mental health and addiction care that includes prevention, intervention, treatment and recovery. The model is based on the fact that recovery is possible, and Albertans deserve the best care to support them on their path of recovery. The Mental Health Services Protection Act provides a foundation to ensure safe, quality mental health and addiction care, and the authority to establish licensing programs for mental health and addiction services. Services for bed-based addiction treatment, narcotic transition, drug consumption and psychedelic drug treatment are currently licensed under the act.…

26 Feb

Delivering care close to home in La Crete

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Alberta (Rajeev Sharma): Alberta’s government is committed to ensuring all Albertans have access to high-quality care when and where they need it, including in remote Alberta communities. The new La Crete Maternity and Community Health Centre will provide enhanced access to maternal health and advanced ambulatory care, underscoring the Alberta government’s dedication to meeting the health care needs of communities across the province. “Every Albertan deserves high-quality health care close to home. This expanded access will ensure Albertans living in La Crete and the surrounding areas will receive timely, exceptional care when they need it most.”Adriana LaGrange, Minister of Health…

26 Feb

Alberta Infrastructure Minister Pete Guthrie Resigns Amid AHS Procurement Allegations

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Calgary (Rajeev Sharma): Alberta Premier Danielle Smith has accepted the resignation of Minister of Infrastructure Pete Guthrie, following concerns he raised about allegations made by the former CEO of Alberta Health Services (AHS) regarding the province’s procurement processes. In a statement, Premier Smith reaffirmed the seriousness of the allegations, which are currently under investigation by the Auditor General. She emphasized the government’s commitment to transparency and accountability, stating that her administration is fully cooperating with the review to ensure a swift resolution. Additionally, Smith has directed senior civil servants to retain a credible third-party investigator with strong legal expertise to…

26 Feb

Trump Introduces $5 Million ‘Gold Card’ Visa to Replace EB-5 Program

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsWorld NewsDonald Trump, Gold Card Visa, US

Washington, D.C. (National Times): Former U.S. President Donald Trump has announced a new “Gold Card” visa, a $5 million fast-track route to U.S. citizenship for wealthy foreign investors. The initiative aims to replace the existing EB-5 visa program, which has been in place since 1990. What is the ‘Gold Card’ Visa? The Gold Card visa will grant permanent residency to individuals who invest $5 million in the U.S. economy. Trump claims this new policy will attract affluent investors, stimulate economic growth, and eliminate fraud associated with the EB-5 program. Full details are expected to be disclosed in two weeks. Trump’s…